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Duterte floats Willie Revillame's name as among presidential contenders
President Rodrigo Duterte expressed his desire for television host Willie Revillame to run for senator in the upcoming 2022 elections, stating a slot on the administration's ticket would remain open until the last minute.
In a video message, Duterte also floated the possibility of Revillame running for president.
Presidential spokesman Harry Roque clarified that the video greeting was not from a recent meeting.
Duterte indicated that further discussions could take place if Revillame decides against running for public office.
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